- Lesson 1
- What is character?
- Definition of the Greek word translated character in the Bible (δοκιμή (dokim__ē)): proving, tried
- Example uses:
- Romans 5:4
- II Corinthians 2:9
- II Corinthians 8:2
- II Corinthians 9:13
- II Corinthians 13:3
- Philippians 2:22
- Learning about character from the Bible:
- Romans 5:1-4 – Character is a result of withstanding tribulations.
- I Corinthians 15:33 – Character can be corrupted by bad company.
- Philippians 2:19-22 – Timothy had proven his character in furthering the gospel.
- Matthew 7:15-20 – People are known by their fruits. People with bad character will not bear good fruit.
- I Peter 3:1-2; Matthew 3:13-16 – Wives with good character may help save their husbands. People with good character influence others for good and bring glory to God.
- Our character is important, both for our own salvation and for the influence we have over others.
- Hebrews 4:6-13 – We’ll be held accountable for our character.
- What is character?
AC
April 06, 2016
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